The Virginian-Pilot
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DATE: Friday, January 12, 1996               TAG: 9601120427
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WILLIE R. POWELL

Willie Roger ``Boxcar'' Powell, 50, of the 7000 block of University Drive, died Jan. 5, 1996, in his home. Mr. Powell was a native of Littleton, N.C.

Survivors include two daughters, Casandra Powell, Bonja Keywanne Powell; two sisters, Evelyn Bowser of Littleton, Dorothy Powell of Harrisburg, Pa.; a brother, Frank Powell of Norfolk; three grandchildren, Nikita Powell, Chelsea Powell, Diamond Powell; a companion, Lillian McLane; three nieces; and four nephews.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. today in Littleton. Green Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

KEYWORDS: DEATH OBITUARY by CNB